Trade Mission - U.S. Commercial Service Healthcare Trade Mission to South Africa and Kenya
Optional add-on stops: Ethiopia l Ghana l Mozambique
 U.S. medical devices are highly regarded by the local medical community and often dominate the health landscape. Local distributors are eager to see the latest innovations from the U.S. The region has a growing middle class demanding better access to healthcare, increasing the need for better healthcare treatment and facilities. A growing burden of disease, particularly non-communicable diseases is also an area of focus.
U.S. companies will attend pre-scheduled meetings with potential agents, distributors, end users, industry contacts and government officials with the goal of launching or increasing exports.
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When: October 22-27, 2017
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Where: Johannesburg, South Africa and Nairobi, Kenya with optional add-ons:
- Ethiopia, Ghana, or Mozambique
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Cost: $4,375 for small and medium-sized-enterprises* (<500 employees); $5,975 for large firms
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Deadline to apply: June 30, 2017
For More Information or contact Michelle Ouellette, 617-565-4302
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Conference
- Patient Day: Saving Lives Through American Innovation
In March 2017, 19 U.S. Commercial Service offices around the
globe will host Patient Day programs, where foreign government regulators and
high level officials will see the personal impact U.S. medical technology has
on their local population. Patient Day seeks to build the human connection
through sharing personal stories of how U.S. technology is improving lives in their
country.
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When: March-October 2017
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Where: Various countries around the globe.
Program: Each country’s program will feature
presentations from local doctors and patients who will talk about how US
technologies have improved their lives. A networking reception where regulators
can speak with US healthcare technology firms will follow these presentations.
For more information
on the marketing partnership opportunity, visit here or contact Melissa
Grosso.
 Trade Show - Czech Republic World of Beauty and Spa Prague fair
U.S. Commercial Service offers U.S. personal care and beauty manufacturers an opportunity to find partners in the Czech Republic through programs around the World of Beauty and Spa Fair (WOBS) Prague on September 8 - 9, 2017. WOBS is a key cosmetics trade in the Czech Republic attracting over 16,000 visitors. U.S. Commercial service helps promote and arrange meetings with potential partners for U.S. companies looking for business at the Czech market as well as companies already having their partner by offering them a pavilion space or by highlighting brands participating in the U.S. Beauty Brands Club.
- When: September 8 -9, 2017
- Where: Prague, Czech Republic
- Application Deadline: Pavilion space and matchmaking meetings deadline is June 30. Catalog fair option deadline is July 21, 2017.
- Cost: Pavilion space and matchmaking meetings cost is $1,100. Catalog fair cost is $200 ($25 for any extra brand)
For more information, visit here.
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 Trade Fair - CEO Program for U.S. Companies at MEDICA 2017
MEDICA 2017 is the largest and most prestigious medical technology show in the world, with over 5,500 exhibitors (incl. the Compamed/medical manufacturing segment), and over 132,000 international visitors in 19 halls on the Dusseldorf fairgrounds. The U.S. Commercial Service's Corporate Executive Office (CEO) Program provides a unique way for U.S. firms to optimize their participation in this show. Showcase your products and services to over 132,000 "trade only" visitors from 110 countries; meet the potential partners, agents, distributors and buyers; and close business deals without the expense of an exhibition booth.
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When: November 13-16, 2017
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Where: Dusseldorf, Germany
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Application deadline: August 12, 2016 (unless sold out sooner)
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Cost: $6,200
For more information, contact: Leandro Solorzano (Fort Lauderdale), Shelby Peterson (Salt Lake City) or Anette Salama (Dusseldorf/Germany) or visit here.
Find more trade events here.
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 Medical Delegation to India - Healthcare Executive Service
The
Healthcare Executive Service to India is designed to help medical/healthcare
companies get
the
most out of their trip to India by condensing the time commitment and streamlining the costs. The Indian healthcare industry expected to reach $280 billion by 2020. U.S. Commercial
Service helps participants explore this opportunity with personalized one-on-one meeting schedules, site visits, and more in India's three healthcare industry hubs: Mumbai, New Delhi, and Hyderabad.
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When: September 11-15, 2017
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Where: Mumbai, New Delhi, and Hyderabad
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Application Deadline: July 21, 2017.
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Cost: $3,450 for small and medium sized companies, $3,700 for large companies, and $750 for additional participants.
For more information, contact Crystal.Mills@trade.gov (504-589-6703 - New Orleans) and visit here.
Trade Mission - Trade Winds 2017 – Southeast Europe
Join TRADE
WINDS – Southeast Europe Trade Mission & Business forum and get connected
to the following healthcare opportunities in the region.
Our
local, in-country, commercial specialists have identified the
healthcare sector as one with top prospects for sales in Southeast Europe.
Below are some of the specific projects & areas of interest that may be of
interest to U.S. companies in the healthcare sector.
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When: October 16-23, 2017
- Where: Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, and Serbia
Bulgaria
– Pharmaceuticals, telemedicine, eHealth systems
Romania
– Three new hospitals in Bucharest, Brasov and Constanta
Serbia
– Construction of four major clinical centers
We
encourage you to register your interest for Trade Winds 2017 –
Southeast Europe to receive free preliminary market assessments at no cost or
obligation. Trade Winds sells out quickly, and the limited number of available
spots in each of these markets are offered on a first-come, first-served
basis.
Contact
leslie.drake@trade.gov for more
information, and visit here.
Find more trade events here.
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Algeria: Collaboration to build a U.S style hospital.
Guyana: Pharmaceuticals and supplements for all types of health problems, ex: diabetes, hypertension, over the
counter pain killers, kidney dialysis, supplements, etc.
Honduras: Vitamins and supplements
Japan: Organic cosmetics, organic essential oils, organic aromas, organic fragrances.
United Nations: Hand-held analyzer for pharmaceutical raw materials and finished pharmaceutical
products.
To respond to these trade leads, please contact your local trade specialist.
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 Congratulations to the 2017 President’s “E” Award Winners
Four U.S. healthcare firms were among 32 companies
nationwide to receive the President’s “E” Award, the highest recognition any
U.S. entity can receive for making a significant contribution to the expansion
of U.S. exports. U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross presented the awards at
a ceremony on May 22 in Washington, D.C. The four healthcare firms to receive
the honor are:
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Aseptico, Inc. - Manufacturer and distributor of electric
motors for restorative, implant, oral surgery and endodontic dentistry; and
field dental equipment used by military, public health, nursing home and
humanitarian organizations.
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Cosmoprof North America – Organizer of
the largest business-to-business beauty trade show in the U.S.
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Lafe’s Natural BodyCare – Manufacturer of
natural and organic personal care products, including deodorants, haircare,
babycare, and bug repellents.
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Leosons Overseas Corporation –
Manufacturer and distributor of over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, vitamins and
nutraceuticals.
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Lucigen Corporation - Manufacturer of
molecular biology products used in research applications.
Click
here to learn more about some of the winners. The U.S. Commercial Service
Healthcare Team can help your firm achieve its export goals. Contact your
local healthcare specialist today.
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Share your thoughts on modernizing NAFTA
The U.S. Government is seeking
public comments related to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). On
May 18th, the Administration formally notified Congress of its
intent to renegotiate NAFTA. As stipulated by the Bipartisan Congressional
Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (TPA), this notification
triggers a 90-day period before negotiations with Canada and Mexico can begin.
As part of this process, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has
published a Federal Register Notice (FRN) soliciting public comments on
the Agreement – which will assist the Administration in identifying
its negotiating priorities.
The FRN comment period will be open through June 12th,
2017. To submit comments, or to request to participate
in a public hearing on June 27th at the U.S. International Trade
Commission in Washington, DC, please visit www.regulations.gov
and search for docket number USTR-2017-0006. (Direct Link: https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=USTR_FRDOC_0001-0413).
Click the “Comment Now!” button to make your voice heard regarding this
important trade policy update!
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is a transitional economy that is pursuing membership in the European Union and the World Trade Organization. According to the World Bank (WB),
BiH’s health care system is predominantly publicly funded; however, there are an increasing number of private practices.
For a new-to-market company, identifying a local partner is key. The selection should be based on a potential partner’s knowledge of the local market and a thorough check of its reputation. Sales support and after-sales service are critical.
U.S.-manufactured medical equipment enjoys an excellent reputation in BiH for state-of-the-art technology, quality, and reliability. The medical equipment market is very price-sensitive.
The best sales prospects for U.S. medical equipment, ultra-violet and infrared equipment, X-rays (digital, alpha, and beta), sophisticated diagnostic equipment, imaging equipment, and more!
Read more about Bosnia and Herzegovina and 75 other country spotlights in our 2017 Healthcare Technology Resource Guide.
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... that We Help Dismantle Trade Barriers?
If you’re facing a trade barrier, we want to know! Our
team of market access specialists can help with government-to-government
negotiations to ensure you are being treated fairly.
What’s a trade barrier? Here are a few questions to
ask:
- Are your exports or investment being treated differently from
other domestic or foreign competitors?
- Is your ability to export, invest, or compete in foreign markets
restricted by foreign government policies, practices, or procedures, which:
- Are more burdensome or
restrictive than they need to be to achieve some defined legitimate
governmental purpose?
- Intentionally or
unintentionally appear to advantage local domestic or other foreign
firms, goods, or services?
- Are unpredictable,
non-transparent, or formulated without publicly solicited comments from
all interested parties, including international companies like yours?
Learn more about what constitutes a trade barrier here.
Contact us
today to report trade barriers so that the United States Government can begin
working with you to remove the unfair treatment and restore your access to the
market.
Find more trade resources here.
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